Bee Pollen: The Natural Weight Loss Supplement
Did you know that Bee Pollen can help with weight loss? It’s true! It is a natural supplement that can help you lose weight in a healthy way. In this blog post, we will discuss how Bee Pollen can help you achieve your weight loss goals. We will also talk about the benefits of pollen […]
Is Apimaye Hive Worth the Price?
If you’re a beekeeper, then you know the importance of a good hive. And if you’re looking for a new hive, then you may be wondering if the Apimaye Hive is worth the price. In this blog post, we’ll review the Apimaye Hive and provide details on its features. The Apimaye Hive is a to
5 Best Uses for Beeswax
Many of us already know the benefits of raw honey. But what about the benefits of beeswax? There are many uses of beeswax that can benefit your household or business. In this article, we discuss the many benefits of beeswax along with some of the best uses. Keep reading to discover the healthful qua
National Honey Bee Day
National Honey Bee Day is celebrated on Saturday, August 19th, 2023 in the United States. This article discusses the origins of this day and how it can best be observed. In 2009 a group of beekeepers petitioned the United States Department of Agriculture to set aside a day for honoring honey bees an
Southeast United States Honey Report
Honey Report for the Southeast United States including market conditions and pricing. ALABAMA: No report issued. FLORIDA: Temperatures and precipitation were about normal for the month. Bee health was considered to be good. Most beekeepers were finishing up mite treatments and hive splitting early i
A Brief History of Beekeeping
Ancient Beekeepers:o Beekeeping dates back at least 17,000 years. o Primitive man gathered honey from bee colonies in hollow trees and rock crevices. This practice is still carried out in many places. o Approximately 6,000 B.C. an unknown artist created a rock painting in La Arana shelter, eastern S
Beekeeping Tools and Equipment
This is a general introduction to the basic tools and equipment the beekeeper requires. The Hiveo The Langstroth hive is still the most commonly used hive.o In the US there are three sizes of super: Deep, Medium, and Shallow.o The hive should be placed level and protected from pests. The Smoker o Us
Types of Honey Bees in a Colony
Types of Honey Bees: o Workers – infertile females o Drones – males o Queens – fertile females o Male bees do not have stingers. o Only the workers gather honey, pollen, and propolis and build the combs. Physical Characteristics: o Bees have an exoskeleton covered with with a thick coat of hai
Beekeeping Yearly Schedule for Florida
Here are the notes for beginners in Florida regarding the steps each beekeeper must take to maintain healthy hives. This information can be applied to other areas of the country as well, just adjust the dates according to your local conditions. First Inspection of the Season: Do not walk across the
Cost of Beekeeping
One of the first questions to come up at Beekeeping classes is, “How much does it cost to keep Honeybees?” This is a very good question. Most hobby or back yard beekeepers will keep one or two hives their first year. I always suggest keeping two hives so you can compare the difference. You will